Advice and support

You live outside of Germany. You would like to find a job or undergo vocational training in Germany. The Federal Employment Agency can help you with this. Take advantage of our support – reliable, personalised and free of charge.

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How we can support you

The Federal Employment Agency is a government agency. It is responsible for the labour market in Germany. It supports people who are looking for a job.

The Federal Employment Agency follows the principle of "fair migration". This means that our placement services are transparent and secure. Your rights as an applicant are our top priority. This protects you from dubious providers and offers when searching for work in Germany.

Advantages at a glance

Everything from a single source

We offer comprehensive support for workers and those interested in a vocational training programme who live abroad. We help you with many steps on your way to Germany:

  • positiv:We clarify with you whether you meet the requirements to take up a job or undergo vocational training in Germany.
  • positiv:We will tell you how and where you can have your foreign qualifications and certificates recognised in Germany.
  • positiv:We will support you in finding a job that matches your qualifications.
  • positiv:We will discuss your documents for visas, recognition or applications with you.

Start directly online

The Federal Employment Agency offers an online service for people living outside of Germany. This allows you to create a personal profile and take important first steps directly online. A profile offers you many advantages:

  • positiv:You have direct contact with the Federal Employment Agency.
  • positiv:You receive useful information about your prospects on the German labour market.
  • positiv:You receive help in finding job vacancies that match your qualifications and career goals.

Get in touch with us

You must meet the following requirements:

  • positiv:You live outside of Germany.
  • positiv:You are at least 18 years old.
  • positiv:You would like to work in Germany, for example as a skilled worker, or you are interested in undergoing vocational training in Germany.

Wichtig:Important: The extent to which the Federal Employment Agency can advise and support you depends on your personal circumstances.

Preparation

Have your curriculum vitae (CV) ready and think about which professions or activities are suitable for you.

Create an account, set up a profile

Register in the Federal Employment Agency portal.

Create your personal profile in just a few minutes. Enter your preferred professions and your skills.

Register and create a profile

Receive a response

You will receive personalised feedback and find out what the next steps are for you.

Tip: Our events

The Federal Employment Agency regularly offers events specifically aimed at people who live outside of Germany. These cover topics such as:

  • Entry visas
  • Recognition of qualifications
  • Working and living in Germany

There are also specific events for various industries and professions.

Events

Answers to frequently asked questions

The Federal Employment Agency cannot answer all questions relating to your entry. These include, for example:

  • Questions about the processing time of your visa
  • Finding an internship in Germany
  • Questions about setting up a business
  • Questions about labour law

Under certain conditions, EU citizens can receive financial assistance, for example, for:

  • Travelling and relocation expenses
  • Language courses
  • Costs for the recognition of your professional qualifications

For more information, visit the website EURES : Targeted Mobility Scheme (TMS).

If you use the services of a private or state employment service, it should comply with the "Fair Migration" standard. This ensures that your rights are protected.

"Fair migration" is defined in the IRIS standard (International Recruitment Integrity System) and is internationally recognised. It specifies what ethical and fair job placement means in practice. This includes the following points, for example:

  • positiv:You can view the working and employment conditions and ask questions.
  • positiv:You are informed about the use and protection of your personal data.
  • positiv:You are informed about your rights.
  • positiv:You do not have to pay any job placement fees.

The Federal Employment Agency is committed to the IRIS standard. If you use our advice and placement services, you will receive comprehensive, transparent and secure support.

Tipp:Tip: Are you thinking about using a private job placement service? Check in advance whether it complies with the rules of "fair migration". You can also find the most important points on the following page: Make it in Germany: Placement agencies

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